What to do in Christchurch District

Activities, attractions and tours

A coastal landscape with mountains, a bay, and a small settlement.
A coastal town with a harbor, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.
A coastal landscape with rolling hills, a calm sea, and distant mountains.
A fountain with multiple tiers and statues, a large building with intricate architecture, and a clear blue sky.
A fountain with fish sculptures in front of a historic building.

Activities

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

AU$206
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

AU$33
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

AU$164
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

AU$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

AU$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

AU$305
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour

Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour

AU$86
per adult
Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

AU$35
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo

Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo

AU$67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo
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Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Activity duration is 13 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 267 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$208 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Activity duration is 8 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$266 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 32 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$166 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Akaroa Day Tour

Akaroa Day Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$275 per adult
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Water activities

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Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River

Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River

Activity duration is 1 day
9.4 out of 10 with 30 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$71 per adult
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What to do in Christchurch District

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A calm river with trees and grass on both sides.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
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Hagley Park

9.2/10 (2,450 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
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Day trip destinations from Christchurch District

A cityscape with modern buildings, a construction site, and a distinctive blue sculpture.

Christchurch

A turquoise lake surrounded by green hills and mountains.

Akaroa

A mountainous landscape with a lake and green fields.

Rolleston

A small, yellow and purple accommodation building with a sign reading "Silostay Accommodation". There are bicycles parked outside and a small garden area with a wheelbarrow and a trash bin.

Little River

An aerial view of a suburban area with a central road, green spaces, and residential houses.

West Melton

A coastal landscape with mountains, a bay, and a small settlement.

Pigeon Bay

A coastal village with colorful boathouses and houses on a hillside.

Duvauchelle

A foggy landscape with a wooden fence, green hills, and sheep grazing.

French Farm